Know it! - Materials - Year 2

In an educational resource focused on materials and their uses for Year 2 students, "Cops and robbers" is an interactive retrieval task designed to help children recall and reinforce their learning about different materials. In this activity, students are given two minutes to jot down everything they remember about a specific material, such as wood, glass, or plastic. Following this, they have one minute to 'steal' ideas from their peers—up to three classmates' responses—and add this 'stolen knowledge' to their own. Each plausible statement they write down earns them two points, with the entire activity allotted a 15-minute duration. This engaging method not only solidifies their understanding of the materials but also encourages collaboration and sharing of knowledge among students.

Another part of the resource includes a quiz where students must determine the best material for various objects or purposes, such as making a bouncy ball or building a wall. They are presented with multiple choices like metal, rubber, plastic, brick, glass, and wood, and they must circle the correct answer. Each correct choice is worth two points, and students have ten minutes to complete this task. Additionally, the "Give me 5!" activity challenges the children to list five uses for each of the materials—wood, glass, and plastic. This activity not only tests their knowledge but also encourages them to think about the practical applications of these materials in everyday life. They are given ten minutes for this task, with each correct use earning them points, thereby reinforcing their understanding and creativity in using materials effectively.